Health and Wellness

6 hours ago

Wildfires in east Whatcom County continue to grow

Recreational access to parts of Ross Lake are closed due to wildfire activity.

5 days ago

Wildfires in BC, eastern Whatcom County continue to grow

Smoke from the B.C.'s Brunswick Creek Complex triggered an air quality alert earlier this week.

1 week ago

Third tiny home village planned for Bellingham

The newest location is expected to be complete by early 2027.

1 week ago

Air Quality Alert issued in Whatcom, Skagit counties, heat advisory in Whatcom

Smoke from wildfires in BC and central Washington are moving into our area.

1 week ago

PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center adding valet service amid parking closures at ER

The hospital is temporarily closing up to 18 more parking spaces near the ER entrance starting Monday.

2 weeks ago

Shellfish harvest ban lifted for southern Whatcom County

The department still reports pollution closures in areas like Chuckanut Bay and Larrabee State Park.

2 weeks ago

Local health officials push for safe food handling in light of cyclosporiasis outbreak

Several cases have been reported in Washington, though health officials say it is not to the level of outbreak seen in 30 other states.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County’s Wildfire Risk, What You Need to Know | Contributed

The county in the vortex of a Red Flag wildfire warning and officials are upgrading the Burn Ban to Stage 2 as heat, wind and other conditions lead to critical fire weather conditions.

2 weeks ago

Everything you need to know about fire impacts in northwest Washington, southern B.C.

Forecasted thunderstorms have also prompted a fire weather alert as we see a drop in air quality.

2 weeks ago

Barkley Village owners announce partnership with Whatcom Family YMCA

Public input will be welcome in designing a new, upgraded facility.

2 weeks ago

Way Station sees high demand for support services in first year

The facility served nearly 1,400 people over its first year in downtown Bellingham.

2 weeks ago

‘Code Red’ issued for NW blood supply

Bloodworks NW needs at least 1,000 donors per day to re-up its supply to adequate levels.

2 weeks ago

Advocacy group aiming to add more bike, pedestrian protections around Bellingham

Yard signs have been popping up at the site of crashes involving pedestrians and/or bikes.

3 weeks ago

Flood aid now available for Whatcom County families with young children

December's flooding is estimated to have impacted more than 100 children ages 5 and under in the county.

3 weeks ago

Luna Fire grows to seven acres in east Whatcom County

Two other minor blazes in the North Cascades National Park were fully contained over the weekend.

3 weeks ago

Fireworks injuries jump in Whatcom County over 4th of July weekend

The local increase coincided with a similar trend seen at Harborview Medical Center.

3 weeks ago

BC wildfire causing smoky air conditions in Whatcom County

The fire has been burning north of Hope, B.C. since Thursday, July 2.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County clean water projects funded through Ecology grants, loans

Over $5.6 million will go towards several projects in the county, plus 8 more projects in neighboring counties received funds.

4 weeks ago

Calming your pet down when the fireworks go off

Whatcom Veterinary Hospital wants you to keep in mind your furry friends this Fourth of July.

4 weeks ago

Keeping your business comfortable for customers and you this July

It may be worth it to evaluate the efficiency of your HVAC equipment if you feel like you just can't cool down without breaking the bank.

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